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Vale Andrew Plympton AM

15/01/2024 3:21:45 am.

It is with deep regret that we advise Members of the death of Andrew Plympton AM.

Notice of Annual General Meeting & Election details

19/07/2023 6:23:08 am.

Annual General Meeting & Election 

RBYC Annual Report 2021-2022

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Club in Focus – Royal Brighton Yacht Club

Established in 1875, alongside Brighton Pier on picturesque Port Phillip, is the Royal Brighton Yacht Club (RBYC). RBYC joins other clubs around the Bay in promoting the sport of sailing with active programs in racing, cruising, women’s, youth and junior sailing. Whether you are a complete beginner, experienced sailor, or if you merely wish to enjoy the club’s hospitality and facilities on a social basis, you will receive a warm welcome at RBYC.

Since 1875, members at RBYC have enjoyed spirited club racing. Early inter-club regattas were a great success, attracting spectators from all parts of the city. This established the club’s reputation of excellence in racing and race management. Since then, the club’s facilities have continually been expanded, upgraded, rebuilt, and refurbished to ensure they met members’ needs while also keeping RBYC at the forefront of sailing in Victoria. 

Club Membership

The club will soon celebrate its 150th Anniversary, growing from a small lean-to shed on the beach in Brighton in 1875 to a large modern facility with over 1700 members and counting.

Membership has now become more diverse and inclusive and the club welcomes people with varied backgrounds and sailing experience. At the same time, the club appreciates its non-sailing members who bring additional life to the club. Swimmers, gym members and social members make good use of the facilities and the wonderful waterfront location. The Icebergers have run some excellent events that have been enjoyed by sailing members as well.

RBYC has produced many great sailors, including multiple National Champion, Jock Sturrock, twice challenged for the America’s Cup in the 1960s and skipper of Australia’s first challenge in 1962. Sturrock represented Australia in four successive Olympic Games and was elected one of the five inaugural “Legends of Australian Sports” in the Sports Australia Hall of Fame in 1985. 

Other legendary members include John Bertrand AO, the skipper of Australia II - the yacht that won the America’s Cup in 1983, who is still an active sailor at the Club, and 470 Class Olympic Champion Mark Turnbull OAM who was inducted into the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame in 2022. 

RBYC very much appreciates the talents and successes of a broad range of members.

Classes Supported and Types of Sailing

Over the Summer, the club is busy with regular sailing including keelboat racing on Saturdays, Wednesday afternoons and Wednesday Twilights, and off-the-beach (OTB) racing on Thursdays and Saturdays. 

The keelboat divisions sail in several aggregate and non-aggregate series, a mixture of passage and windward leeward courses and a number of races run in conjunction with neighbouring clubs. Several RBYC keelboats compete in the offshore events, including the ORCV races, the Sydney to Hobart and the winter regattas up north. The Cruising Group at RBYC organise regular Bass Strait Cruising.

RBYC has several one design fleets, with VX Ones, 2.4mR, Dragons and Etchells racing on the Centre Course every Saturday afternoon throughout the sailing season. RBYC has hosted one design regattas for these classes, State titles, Nationals and World Championships.

On Sunday, the Junior and Youth sailors take part in RBYC instructed training sessions followed by OTB racing where several different classes of dinghies participate in short course racing. Adult OTB fleets also race on Sundays, and a fleet of Lasers and Foils get out through the week, with Thursdays offering regular sprint racing. 

All of this racing would not be possible without a dedicated team of Race Management volunteers. The team welcomes newcomers and provides training in relevant skills.

Programs Offered

As an accredited Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre, the club offer opportunities and experiences to suit all abilities. Their team of qualified instructors and coaches are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and passion for the sport of sailing. RBYC has one of the most active sailing calendars in Victoria, with learn to sail courses, powerboat courses, social sailing, racing and volunteer opportunities, there are several ways to get on the water. As well as Junior and Youth Training, RBYC offers a number of options for adults interested in sailing, including on dinghies and keelboats. 

RBYC’s annual BLiSS regatta offers racing for female sailors, as part of the annual Port Phillip Women’s Championship series, with training options ahead of the regatta. 

No matter your ability or sailing preferences, RBYC will find the right program for you.

Key Club Events

RBYC is proud of its Race Management Team and regularly hosts major regattas. Events hosted include the likes of the iconic Sail Melbourne International, the Finn Gold Cup, the Dragon, Etchells and RS 100 World Championships. 

The club hosts the very popular George Mac regatta in March, and in January 2024 RBYC will be hosting the Stonehaven Cup, the Cadet Centenary Regatta, the VX Nationals and the 2.4 Nationals, with the Etchells World Championships coming in January 2025.

Several members have enjoyed using their boats through support of the “Sailing Lifts your Spirits” program, a marvellous initiative that gives first time sailing experiences to the community of healthcare workers and first responders, promoting sailing for wellbeing. This year’s Oaks Day Lunch raised funds to enable the program to expand even further this coming season.

Challenges & Successes 

The club is conscious of honouring its rich sailing history while welcoming a broader range of members. As RBYC approaches its 150th anniversary, it will offer opportunities for newer members, as well as the broader community, to become involved in the commemorations and ‘celebrate in style’. 

The club is pleased with its growth in membership and the continuing interest in sailing from both younger and adult members. RBYC believe that strong community links and friendships with other clubs are key to creating a club where anyone feels welcome. It is safe to say, from casual sailing to large scale regattas, RBYC has something for everyone.  

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WHAT TO BRING FOR YOUR SLYS SAIL.

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Bring your Eticket from your confirmation email along with your 

Bring a reusable water bottle.

Food and alcohol are not permitted onboard the boats, we will all meet up at the club afterwards for a meal and refreshments.

The club have options for you including Meat. Seafood. Vegetarian & Vegan.

Just to be safe, bring a change of clothes for when we arrive back at the club should you have 'taken a wave ' during the sail.

WHAT TO WEAR FOR YOUR SLYS SAIL.

 If possible, wear a Navy Blue or White top to maximise quality photos of us all onboard on the day.

Please wear white-soled runners or boat shoes for your comfort, remember its a lovely walk out on Brighton Pier to get to the yachts in the marina.

 It's advisable to bring a warm top and a lightweight waterproof jacket should  you get chilly out on the water,   

    There is no visitor parking inside RBYC, but, there are many other options for parking around the Club, both free and paid, short or long stay. Young St, Grosvenor St and Chelsea St in close proximity all have free all day parking options. Please be aware though that these may be subject to change by the council, so please check all street signs before parking on the day. 

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY.

We meet at the far end of Brighton pier where you will be welcomed by one of our Shore Crew.

You will be pointed to your Crew meeting point and then will head off down the marina to your yacht for the sailing experience.

On board, you will be given a Personal Floatation Device (PFD, usually called a Life Jacket in the old days) and your Sailing Lifts Your Spirits skipper will give a Safety Briefing. 

 Then the on-water part of your experience really gets underway as you drop lines, clear out of the marina, hoist the sails, cut the engine and enjoying the carbon neutral journey on the water.

All too quickly, for most of you anyway, you’ll be back alongside and we all head up to the Yacht Club where dinner will be available and the opportunity to connect with your community.  There will be time for a some salty sea stories and a few words about Wellbeing ... after all, that’s why we invited you to join us :).

SUNSCREEN AND SEA SICKNESS

Make sure you apply sunscreen prior to arriving at RBYC and be prepared to reapply onboard in the unlikely event that we get wet in the waves. If you have a sensitive stomach or have experienced travel sickness in the past please see your medical practitioner or pharmacist for advice on the best preventative medication to take to ensure you have a great day on the water in any conditions.

POSSIBLE WEATHER IMPACT

Wind is a key ingredient in sailing and your Sailing Lifts Your Spirits experience may be impacted by too much or not enough! For everyones safety, comfort and enjoyment, we have the following wind guidelines   If the Bureau Of Meteorology issues a Strong Wind warning or above, we will opt out of sailing and enjoy an evening at the club with keynote speakers and lots of opportunities to connect with like minded people.

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Royal Brighton Yacht Club experience

A popular charter.   Departing Docklands at 10.00 am, you will cruise under sail to Royal Brighton Yacht Club arriving at around 12.15 pm.  You will then have a leisurely lunch at Melbourne’s famous Royal Brighton Yacht Club (lunch costs not included in the cruising fee) before reboarding the boat in Brighton Harbour at around 2.00 pm for the return cruise to Docklands arriving at around 4.30 pm.

Learn to sail

Have you ever wondered about learning how to sail but never had the opportunity?  Sail Melbourne Charters will be delighted to introduce you to the joy of this exhilarating sport. You might even become so inspired by your Sail Melbourne Charters experience, you will want to take up sailing competitively or even go ocean racing! We can talk with you and guide you through the next steps to taking-up competitive sailing.

Our “Introduction to Sailing” course starts at Docklands at 9.30 am with an introduction to the theory of sailing, nautical terminology, the operating parts of a cruising yacht, radio operation and safety systems followed by the all important practical component where you get to put the theory into practice – sailing on Port Phillip with you in command! The boat returns to Docklands by 1.00 pm.  Maximum 6 and minimum 4 participants.

If any of this appeals to you, why not contact us and talk through what you have in mind? We will happily discuss a range of other options to find one that is right for you and your friends.

Contact us on 0412731040 or by email on [email protected]   We would love to hear from you and talk through what you have in mind.

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The Kremlin

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The Nizhegorodsky State Art Museum

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